Silksworth Hall Drive is in Sunderland and in Sunderland district. SR3 2PA is located in the Doxford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Houghton and Sunderland South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silksworth Hall Drive, Sunderland, SR3 2PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SR3 2PQ, SR3 2PG, SR3 2PF, SR3 2PD, SR3 2EZ, SR3 2HB, SR3 2EY, SR3 2HE, SR3 2HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SR3 2PA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 49.2% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.8% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.9% | 26.8% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 45.6% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 7.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 16.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.8% | 37.3% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 23.1% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 10.4% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 4.9% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SR3 2PA this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.1% | 30.8% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.7% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 9.2% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 10.4% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 10.4% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 24.6% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.8% | 93.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 96.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 96.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 96.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.8% | 37.2% | -12.4% |
| Christian | 63.5% | 46.2% | 17.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silksworth Hall Drive was 188.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 223.1% higher than the Doxford average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Silksworth Hall Drive has the 4th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Doxford and the 117th highest crime rate of 922 local areas in Sunderland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Silksworth Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2017-11-01 | £344,114 |
| The Lodge Silksworth Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2016-02-10 | £406,152 |
| Silksworth Hall Silksworth Hall Drive, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 1998-06-03 | £658,462 |
SR3 2PA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in SR3 2PA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Nursery School Torphin Hill Drive , Doxford Park SR3 2PJ | 4out of 4 | 757 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennywell Early Years Centre Portsmouth Road , Pennywell SR4 9AX | - not rated | 4,124 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Community Nursery School Bell Street , SR4 6JR | - not rated | 4,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Neasham Place , DH5 8AE | 4out of 4 | 4,766 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Primary School Torphin Hill Drive , SR3 2PJ | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benedict Biscop Church of England Aided Primary School Marcross Drive , Moorside SR3 2RE | - not rated | 961 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benedict Biscop Church of England Academy Marcross Drive , Moorside SR3 2RE | - not rated | 961 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Junior School Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Silksworth Infant School Blind Lane , New Silksworth SR3 1AS | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | 2out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farringdon Community Sports College Allendale Road , SR3 3EL | - not rated | 1,013 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Venerable Bede Church of England Academy Tunstall Bank , SR2 0SX | - not rated | 1,932 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandhill View Academy Grindon Lane , Thorney Close SR3 4EN | 3out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Sunderland College Bede Centre , Durham Road SR3 4AH | - not rated | 2,841 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wearside College Tunstall Centre , Sea View Road West SR2 9LH | - not rated | 3,275 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ's College Pennywell Road , SR4 8PG | 3out of 4 | 3,604 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | 3out of 4 | 3,981 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy 360 Portsmouth Road , SR4 9BA | - not rated | 3,988 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Academy Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portland College Weymouth Road , Chapelgarth SR3 2NQ | - not rated | 915 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunningdale School Doxford Park Way , SR3 2PP | 4out of 4 | 2,376 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Humbledon School Portland Road , SR3 1SS | - not rated | 2,391 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunderland Pupil Referral Unit Portland Road , Plains Farm SR3 1SS | - not rated | 2,391 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haddington Vale Community Cafe | 1 Haddington Vale, Knightswood | 364 yd | |
| Castle Bar/Signatures Italian Restaurant | Back Cornelia Street, Wynyard Street | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Doxy Lad | The Park, 15 | 362 yd | |
| The Prior | The Colonel Prior, Moorside Road | 620 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Silksworth Terrace, Sunderland | 778 yd | |
| Comrades Club Silksworth | Silksworth Comrades Club, 1 | 842 yd | |
| Silksworth W M C | 44 43 Quarry Street, Sunderland | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tommy's | Tommy's Fish And Chips, 3 William Doxford Centre | 353 yd | |
| Cantonese Delight | 14, William Doxford Centre | 362 yd | |
| Pizza Oven | 12, William Doxford Centre | 362 yd | |
| Alibaba | Unit A And B, The Old Bingo Hall | 803 yd | |
| Aunt Maud's Tasty Dinners | 32, Londonderry Street | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | William Doxford Centre, Sunderland | 362 yd | |
| Aldi | Knollside Close, Sunderland | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Primary School MILL HILL WALK | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Benedict Biscop Ce Academy MARCROSS DRIVE | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Farringdon Community Academy Allendale Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,011 yd |
| Silksworth Cricket Club SUNNYBROW | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 50.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.